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The Mike Hosking Breakfast

Open your mind to the world with New Zealand’s number one breakfast radio show.Without question, as New Zealand’s number one talk host, Mike Hosking sets the day’s agenda.The sharpest voice and mind in the business, Mike drives strong opinion, delivers the best talent, and always leaves you wanting more.The Mike Hosking Breakfast always cuts through and delivers the best daily on Newstalk ZB.

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11:06

Bill Bailey: UK Comedian talks comedy, Vaudevillean tour

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/07/07

New Zealand can’t get enough of Bill Bailey. The UK comedian last came to our shores in 2023, tickets to his ‘Thoughtifier’ tour selling out. He’ll be back towards the end of the year, bringing a celebration of comedy, songs, and skills by the name of ‘Vaudevillean’ to Kiwi audiences. Bailey joined Heather du Plessis-Allan to delve into comedy, technology and AI, the resurgence of people seeking out live shows and performances, and just why Kiwis love him so much. “Most of life is just showing up,

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Full Show Podcast: 08 July 2025

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/07/07

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Tuesday the 8th of July, we look at the changes to the FamilyBoost scheme and if it makes the policy a boom, or if it's still a bust. Mushroom murderer Erin Patterson was finally found guilty, after days of deliberation from the jury. World renowned comedian Bill Bailey is winging his way back here for another nationwide tour, so we need to find out why he's so popular with Kiwis. Get the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast every weekday

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2:31

Heidi Morton: WellingtonNZ Events Manager on the...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/07/07

Wellington waits with open arms as anticipation builds for the arrival of Welsh football club Wrexham. Owned by Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac, Wrexham AFC is due to visit the capital for a friendly against the Phoenix on July 19. New data from Booking.com shows Wellington is the most searched NZ location on the site, with interest in accommodation up 600%. WellingtonNZ Events Manager Heidi Morton told Heather du Plessis-Allan the city offers a great opportunity for a unique location. She

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2:50

Catherine Beard: Business NZ Advocacy Manager on the...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/07/07

New Zealand isn't likely to get a better deal than we're currently getting, when it comes to trade with the US. Almost all goods to the US now face a 10% base tariff rate. Donald Trump's announced a 25% tariff rate for Japan and South Korea from the start of next month and may also raise tariffs on other trading partners. Business NZ Advocacy Manager Catherine Beard told Heather du Plessis-Allan New Zealand probably can't negotiate a tariff rate below the 10% rate we're facing. She says if that's

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6:27

John Bolton: Former US National Security Advisor on...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/07/07

Donald Trump is set to host Israel's Prime Minister at the White House as the US pushes for a ceasefire in Gaza. The BBC reports Israel and Hamas resumed indirect talks in Qatar but ended after three hours without a breakthrough. Former US National Security Adviser John Bolton told Heather Du Plessis-Allan there's no compromising between the two sides. He says Hamas' objectives are to get Israel out of Gaza, while Israel's is to destroy Hamas as a military and political force. Discussions to strike

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3:32

Lesley Yeomans: Australian Correspondent on the...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/07/07

The Australian mushroom murder trial could end up in the appeals court. Erin Patterson's been found guilty of murdering her estranged husband's parents and aunt, and attempting to kill his uncle with a beef wellington containing death cap mushrooms. Newstalk ZB's Lesley Yeomans is in Victoria, following developments. She told Heather du Plessis-Allan that Patterson's legal team now has 28 days to decide whether they'll appeal the verdict. Yeomans says we’ll have to wait for the next month or so to

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2:45

Kathy Wolfe: Early Childhood NZ CEO on the changes to...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/07/07

Doubts over the amount of admin needed for families to get the FamilyBoost scheme. The Government's announced changes, which mean eligible families can now get 40% early childhood education fee rebates, up from 25%. The threshold household income has risen to $229 thousand. Early Childhood NZ chief executive Kathy Wolfe told Heather du Plessis-Allan ECE providers have to help families access the scheme, which creates more admin for services. She says it would better for providers to have more

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2:52

Tama Potaka: Māori Development Minister on iwi-owned...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/07/07

Iwi-owned commercial entities have outperformed some of New Zealand’s largest listed companies. ANZ’s annual Te Tirohanga Whanui report shows the entities emerged from the economic downturn in good shape, faring better on a return on assets basis. Waikato-Tainui’s among the strong performers, having a balance sheet of $1.9 billion. Māori Development Minister Tama Potaka told Heather Du Plessis-Allan there are some reasons behind the uplift. He says many iwi and Māori businesses are land and people

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90:02

Full Show Podcast: 07 July 2025

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/07/06

Listen to the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Monday 7 July. Get the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast every weekday morning on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:02

David Seymour: Deputy PM says judges need to follow...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/07/06

The Acting Prime Minister says judges need to hear the message when it comes to tougher sentencing. The Government's increasing maximum sentences for several offences and isn't ruling out more minimum, or mandatory, sentences in the future. David Seymour told Heather du Plessis-Allan judges need to think outside their position of privilege. He says someone who has been attacked, or has had their car or property stolen, wants the perpetrator to be punished.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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4:07

Cathy Chalmers: Lead Principal of the Manurewa...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/07/06

Education Ministry data shows three and a half thousand kids have been missing from the education system for more than a year since 2022. Lead Principal of the Manurewa Attendance Service Cathy Chalmers told Heather du Plessis-Allan having to find these kids is part of the problem. She says a multi-agency approach is needed, as there are normally other issues that contribute to disenrollment or low attendance. The Government says it's putting information-sharing agreements in place, between agencies

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3:02

Sir Ron Young: Former High Court judge discusses...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/07/06

A law expert says the court system can be fixed by understanding facts - not mandatory sentences. Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith hasn't ruled out the policy which would see a minimum standard set for various crimes. Judges currently have discretion to give discounts based on aggravating or mitigating circumstances. Former High Court judge Sir Ron Young says New Zealand has a lot of people in prison as it is. He told Heather du Plessis-Allan the courts are already on the heavy end of sentencing,

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3:03

Grant Illingworth KC: Royal commission inquiry chair...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/07/06

The second phase of the Covid Inquiry starts today, with vaccine mandates proving to be a hot topic. The hearings will be held in Auckland, available to watch online and will be chaired by KC Grant Illingworth. Phase two is focused on aspects of the Covid response like vaccine mandates, the approval process and vaccine safety. Illingworth told Heather du Plessis Allan that there are 31-thousand submissions, with a fair chunk focused on the mandates. He says there's a number of people who think the

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2:52

Dr. Claire Matthews: Banking expert on the public's...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/07/06

There appears to be a feeling we don't like the fact that banks make money. Inland Revenue's digging into the tax settings being applied to banks at the Government's request - as it seeks to ensure they're paying their fair share. But Massey University banking expert Claire Matthews told Heather du Plessis-Allen she believes it's motivated by a general bad attitude towards banks. She claims the Government's looking to take more money off them, as they're perceived as big organizations that make a

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2:04

Mike's Minute: A deeper dive into EVs

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/07/04

What we need is an "are we sure we know what we are doing before we rush into this" catalogue or guide. The EV story might turn out to be one of the world's, and certainly the transportation industry's, biggest headaches as company after company admit they leapt in way too quick to electric, bought into all the Government-led madness on climate and invested, God-knows how much to transfer to a mode of movement the world wasn’t ready for, or wanted. EVs were sold as way more than they ever were. Now

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2:47

Mark the Week: School lunches are a good example of a...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/07/03

At the end of each week, Mike Hosking takes you through the big-ticket items and lets you know what he makes of it all. July 1st: 7/10 A lot of cool stuff started, including higher speed limits on roads where higher speed limits make sense and increase efficiency. Helipads: 8/10 Amazing for so many reasons; well-known rich people, a ridiculous number of submissions, a massive waste of energy and, finally, they won. Offensive to girls: 3/10 The fuss over the Warehouse and the backpack is pathetic

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4:46

Richard Arnold: US Correspondent on the passing of...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/07/03

Republicans are celebrating after US President Donald Trump's "big, beautiful" bill crossed the line. Trump is expected to sign his sweeping domestic policy bill tomorrow as he celebrates the Fourth of July at the White House. House Speaker Mike Johnson claims everything was a disaster under the Joe Biden and Kamala Harris administration. US Correspondent Richard Arnold told Mike Hosking there was a lot of drama throughout the entire process, but eventually, Trump bullied the vast majority of House

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2:09

Mike's Minute: Your retirement savings are in your...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/07/03

There was a survey out last week that broadly supported the Government’s moves around KiwiSaver, as in the 3% and 3% going to 4% and 4%. But they wanted the Government to do something about the cut in contribution from the state. Small hint – if you rely on the Government for any consistency around long term projects, forget it. From the very beginning of KiwiSaver, the Government were always going to be the weak link. When it comes to big picture stuff, dedication and focus from a government is a

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11:13

Wrapping the Week with Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson:...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/07/03

Kate Hawkesby and Tim Wilson are back with Mike Hosking to Wrap the Week that was. The historic Cardrona Hotel has been put up for sale – is Mike personable enough to run a hotel? Tim and Kate offer up some programming advice, and the three delve into various athletics and racquet sports. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:40

Cade Thornton: Cardrona Hotel co-owner on the hotel...

The Mike Hosking Breakfast ·

2025/07/03

Central Otago's iconic Cardrona Hotel is up for sale through private negotiation. The 162-year-old building sits between Wanaka and Queenstown. It's on the market for the first time in more than a decade. Co-owner Cade Thornton told Mike Hosking they'll be selling privately, with no real estate agents involved. He says there's been expressions of interest throughout their ownership, from overseas parties and nationwide. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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